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Paper and packaging companies have been largely driven by output volume. However, this is no longer sufficient, and new business models and processes can illustrate a successful path into the future. Many organizations are aiming to design a system that better balances demand with production, focuses on profitability, and can also yield a more efficient operations and control system. This transformation requires real-time digital information and control in a digital paper and packaging enterprise.

DALLAS, June 10, 2015 (Press Release) -To maintain its fast growth and to offer maximum flexibility to its customers, a new KBA-Flexotecnica EVO XD eight-color flexo press will be delivered to Seydaco Packaging Corp., an innovative packaging firm located in Mississauga, Canada, later this year.

KINGSEY FALLS, QC, June 18, 2015 (CNW) -Cascades, a leader in the recovery and the manufacturing of green packaging and tissue paper products, is pleased to announce that its line of UltratillTM products was selected by the Canadian Plastics Industry Association as the recipient of the CPIA Sustainability Award. This prestigious award was accepted by Mathieu Roberge , Products and Processes Development Manager at Cascades, during the CPIA Plastics Industry Leadership Awards Dinner held in Toronto on June 15 th.

ROCHESTER, NY , June 16, 2015 (Press Release) -Diamond Packaging won five awards in the 22nd Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards Competition, the industry's premier showcase for foil stamping, embossing, and other specialty effects. Awards were announced at the FSEA/IADD Odyssey in Schaumburg, IL on May 14, 2015.

HELSINKI, June 22, 2015 (Globe Newswire) - Stora Enso plans to permanently shut down the Group's corrugated packaging converting unit in Chennai, India, due to unprofitability and a major decrease in local market demand.

The mill closure will involve negotiations with the local employees' union. The mill employs 350 people, who will receive compensation and other support including training, medical care and assistance in finding new employment.

SWINDON, UK, June 15, 2015 (Press Release) -The UK retail landscape is changing dramatically as the once loyal customers of the big four supermarkets become much more flexible in their shopping habits due to the rise of the discounters, online shopping and the increasing preference for topping up with the essentials at their local convenience stores.

OSLO, Norway, June 12, 2015 (Press Release) -"With its proven track record of convenience and on-shelf differentiation we see great potential for the gable top carton in aseptic markets," says Oliver Betzer, Director Strategic Marketing, Elopak. "These are important elements in stagnating markets where innovation, value added packaging and differentiating concepts are critical."

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